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Psychotherapist Support for Emotional Eating

At Metabolite Clinic, we recognize that weight management is complex—and often deeply connected to how we think and feel. For many, challenges with eating go beyond willpower or nutrition plans. That’s why we’re proud to now offer dedicated psychotherapist support as part of our holistic care.

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Is this program right for you?

You may benefit from psychotherapist support if:

  • You eat in response to emotions like stress, anxiety, or boredom
  • You feel stuck in cycles of guilt, restriction, or overeating
  • You’ve tried different diets but feel something deeper is going on
  • You’ve experienced disordered eating or body image struggles

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Healing your relationship with food is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone. Whether or not medication is part of your journey, we’re here to support you with a comprehensive, compassionate approach.

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Do you often eat when you're feeling stressed, anxious, bored, or sad—even if you’re not physically hungry?

Meet Our Psychotherapist

Racha Rkein

MSW, RSW | Psychotherapist

Racha Rkein holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor and brings over nine years of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional and physical health challenges.

Racha specializes in helping individuals struggling with emotional eating, body image distress, disordered eating patterns, anxiety, and trauma. Her work is grounded in a trauma-informed, client-centred approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and somatic-based practices. She has experience supporting clients through cycles of restriction, overeating, shame, and internalized weight stigma, and understands that eating-related challenges are rarely about food alone.

With a professional background in hospital and community mental health settings, Racha provides psychotherapy that considers the emotional, psychological, and physiological dimensions of care. She is particularly passionate about empowering clients to reconnect with their bodies, regulate emotional responses, and build self-compassion.

Informed by both clinical expertise and lived experience, Racha offers a warm and collaborative space where clients can explore the roots of their challenges and begin to move toward sustainable change, on their own terms.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Accepting Consultations for Eating Disorder, PTSD, ADHD, Anxiety & Depression

“Many of our patients come in feeling frustrated, confused, and stuck in cycles they don’t understand. You’re not alone — this is more common than you think.”

Medications aren’t always the answer, and that's okay!

While many of our patients benefit from evidence-based weight management medications, medication is not always the right approach for everyone. For some, the root of the struggle lies in emotional triggers, thought patterns, or past experiences with food.

This is where therapy plays a powerful role.

Help you understand the “why” behind your eating habits

Unpack emotional triggers and build better coping strategies

Support recovery from binge eating or restrictive patterns

Improve your overall mental and metabolic well-being

Frequently Asked Questions

Psychotherapy is unfortunately not covered by OHIP. The good news, however, is that many extended health benefit plans do offer coverage for psychotherapy services. We encourage you to check with your provider to explore your coverage—this could be a great opportunity to access support at little to no cost to you.

Yes! All psychotherapy sessions are fully virtual, offering the convenience and comfort of connecting from your own home. This flexible format often helps patients feel more at ease, creating a safe space to open up and explore their experiences more deeply.

Absolutely not! You do not need to be on medication to access or benefit from psychotherapy. This program is designed for individuals who struggle with emotional eating or have been diagnosed with an eating disorder by a healthcare professional. Research consistently shows that psychotherapy is a highly effective treatment—whether or not medications are involved. Our goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help you take control of your relationship with food and reclaim your well-being.

Great news—psychotherapy for emotional eating is highly effective, with many people seeing real progress in just 8 to 20 sessions! For some, even 10–16 sessions of CBT can lead to lasting change. Whether your challenges are mild or more complex, personalized support is here to help you transform your relationship with food.

Let’s Work Together

Whether you scored high or low on the quiz, speaking to a psychotherapist who understands emotional eating can offer clarity and support.

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